Four-weight world champion Roy Jones Jr beat Scott Sigmon to his legendary career with a flourish on Thursday night.

The 49-year-old, who became a Russian citizen in 2015, fought professionally for the 75th and final time in front of his hometown support in Pensacola, Florida.

For some it was 14 years too late, with many having called on him to retire in 2004 after his defeat to Antonio Tarver, but he claimed a convincing win via unanimous decision, with all three judges scoring it 98-92.

Jones controlled the tempo of the bout at the Pensacola Bay Center - against a man 20 years his junior - despite fighting with a torn bicep in his left arm.

He's become a Russian citizen during his time, now Roy Jones Jr has ended his boxing career (Image: TASS)

“I love each and every fan that came out to support me tonight,” said Jones. “I knew Scott was tough, I knew Scott was game, and I knew Scott was gonna keep coming.

"I don’t make excuses, but last week I tore my biceps in my left arm again. But because it was my last fight in Pensacola, I refused to pull out.”

Jones ends his in-ring career with a record of 66 wins from his 75 bouts (47 via KO), 25 years after winning his first world title.